County of Monterey · 1 month ago
Investigative Aide
Salinas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe County of Monterey is dedicated to serving the community through its Office of the District Attorney, which is responsible for local criminal prosecutions. They are seeking an Investigative Aide to perform general office and limited field duties in support of investigations and trial activities.
CommunitiesGovernmentPublic RelationsService Industry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serves subpoenas and delivers legal documents; transports and/or escorts others connected with cases into the office for interview or to court; transports physical evidence for analysis and/or to court
Conducts interviews of victims, witnesses and/or defendants to obtain or clarify information related to assigned areas. Documents and condenses information gathered by such interview(s)
Performs office or field data collection/investigations (which may include monitoring or shopping consumer & fraud assignments); has access to information regarding informants/witnesses and performs undercover operations and maintains confidentiality of such information
Assists with discovery by making copies of tapes and photographs, retrieves 911 tapes, orders CAD printouts and operates special color copy equipment. Prepares charts and diagrams to provide information for court presentation; collects and organizes information and documents; testifies in court as necessary
Researches information needed by Investigators, Attorneys and others in prosecution/support f legal cases; reviews records for personal history or other information; prepares written and statistical reports
Qualification
Required
The criminal justice system, criminal prosecution, basic investigative procedures/technique and the functions/authority of the office/department to which assigned
Research, compile, report and/or display information in support/prosecution of criminal and/or civil cases
Recognize and observe the extent of assigned responsibility and authority; serve subpoenas
Document findings and observations; maintain records; learn and apply basic investigative and legal principles/techniques; search for and obtain copies of public records
Learn and apply knowledge of California court and correction systems
Testify in court; take photographs; assist in surveillance or undercover assignment
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Maintain proper courtroom demeanor
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds
Deliver documents in a timely and efficient manner; schedule delivery routes, work without close supervision
Organize information, reports and documents; make arithmetical calculations
Compile simple data and make simple reports
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Explain procedural information; remain calm in stressful situations; understand and carry out verbal and/or written directions
Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying
Courses in Administration of Justice
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
Work under adverse conditions and must be prepared to successfully respond to unexpected events
Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency
Travel in the course of completing assignments
Successfully complete a background investigation
Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license
Preferred
Ability to speak, read and write in English and Spanish
Benefits
The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package.
Company
County of Monterey
Monterey County's Mission The Mission of Monterey County is to Excel at providing Quality Services for the benefit of all Monterey County residents while developing, maintaining, and enhancing the resources of the area.
Founded in 1850
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alex Zheng
Deputy CIO
Eric Chatham
Chief Information Officer
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